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Sentiero Europeo E5, Italia vs Via Francigena - Variante Abbadia San Salvatore

A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.

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Sentiero Europeo E5, Italia Via Francigena - Variante Abbadia San Salvatore
Distance 186 mi299 km 16 mi25 km
Elevation gain 37,083 ft11,303 m 2,343 ft714 m
Typical duration 15 days 2 days
Difficulty — —
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network International International
Country Italy Italy
Best time to hike Best months: April, July, August Best from November to November
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Sentiero Europeo E5, Italia vs Via Francigena - Variante Abbadia San Salvatore: which should you hike?

At 186 mi299 km, Sentiero Europeo E5, Italia is the longer route — roughly 170 mi274 km more than Via Francigena - Variante Abbadia San Salvatore (16 mi25 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Via Francigena - Variante Abbadia San Salvatore is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.